Mario Blásquez

Monterrey-based designer Mario Alberto Blásquez Villaseñor, founder of B-V Arquitecture, brings an intuitive, fluid, and client-centered approach to contemporary interior design. After years in real estate development, he shifted careers to pursue what had always come naturally: creating, building, and shaping environments with authenticity. Today, his work is driven by curiosity, evolution, and a commitment to thoughtful design rooted in genuine connection.

As a kid, what did you answer when asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?”
As a kid, I didn’t really have an answer to that question. I never knew what I wanted to be when I grew up, and honestly, I still don’t think much about it. I’ve always been someone who focuses on the present and gives my best in whatever I’m doing, rather than planning who I will become in the future.

Which designer and/or piece of work inspires you? Why?
Frank Lloyd Wright inspires me deeply because he remained timeless through his authenticity. He stayed true to himself and allowed inspiration and creativity to guide him. His work reminds me that true design comes from within and from the courage to express one’s vision freely.

How would you describe your design philosophy?
Our design philosophy is not fixed or standardized. We let creativity, inspiration, the project, and the client guide us. We are a team of young designers passionate about interior design and constant evolution, and once you understand that not every project follows the same process, everything begins to flow naturally and authentically.

Who are the three designers you follow on Instagram?
I follow many inspiring design studios, but three of my favorites on Instagram are Sarah Sherman, Studio McGee, and Cate Ragan.

Give us some context about where you live: How long you’ve been there and how does it influence your work?
I live in a large, ever-evolving city surrounded by mountains, and I have lived here for many years. Monterrey is known for its hardworking and entrepreneurial spirit. Life starts early, and people are constantly striving to improve, which inspires me daily and strongly influences my motivation and growth as a designer.

Was there a moment when you realized you wanted to be a designer? If so, what was it?
I always knew I wanted to be a designer. I was the kid who loved to draw, create, color, build, and design—those things came naturally to me. However, it wasn’t until I was 33 years old that I decided to change the direction of my life and pursue design professionally, after working for eight years in real estate development.

Which of your projects or products are you most proud of? Why?
I am proud of all my projects, although some have taught me more valuable lessons than others. Those are the ones I carry with me. What matters most to me is not how aesthetically pleasing a project is, but how much it helps me grow and what it teaches me throughout the process.

What are your favorite materials with which to work? Why?
The materials I choose depend on the location, the type of project, and the client. However, if I had to choose one material, it would definitely be wood. I always incorporate it into my projects because of its beauty, durability, warmth, functionality, and timeless quality.

What piece of advice do you wish someone had given you at the start of your career?
I wish someone had advised me to work for someone else from a young age. I started working a year before graduating from university, and I sometimes wish I had started earlier. Even so, I do not regret fully experiencing every stage of my adolescence.

What is the most pressing issue in the interior design field today?
One of the most pressing issues in interior design today is when designers do not truly listen to their clients or allow them to be involved in the process. When ego gets in the way, it prevents a harmonious connection between both parties, causing ideas to stagnate due to poor communication or relationship dynamics.

What’s now?
We are currently evolving in all areas of our studio, especially through the implementation of artificial intelligence, primarily in our social media efforts. Social media is one of the strongest branches of our studio and one of the most solid channels for communicating who we are as individuals and as a company.

What’s next?
I am excited for everything that is coming in the next year. Big projects are in development and will be announced publicly soon. They come with many challenges, commitments, and responsibilities, and I am eager to take them on.

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